RP # 030: Guiding New Players

In this episode, we clarify what we're looking for with new features.  There's a bit of banter about recent gaming activities.Dave and Evan continue with mail and consider Ant Man's global and the value of alternate art cards. Our feature topic - a look at how new players can get started and how existing players can help to guide new players through the early parts of the game. Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com. Direct Link.

RP # 029: I Need A Hero

In this episode, a lot is going on. Dave and Evan catch up on the backlog of mail and announce some new features that will be coming to the site soon. Then we look at a new mechanism for Uncanny X-Men Dice Masters - Heroic Characters. What works, what doesn't, and everything in between - we'll discuss that within. Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com. Direct link.

RP # 028: Archvillains!

In this episode, Dave and Evan return from the holiday to read a bit of your mail - among other topics, should you feel OK about selling things? We give our thoughts. Then we look at a new mechanism for Uncanny X-Men Dice Masters - Archvillains. What works, what doesn't, and everything in between - we'll discuss that within. Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com. Direct Link.

RP # 027: Villains, Then & Now

In this episode, Dave and Evan announce the contest winners for the recent drawing. Who will win? Find out! Then, we look at the progression of villains from Avengers vs. X-Men through Uncanny X-Men. What themes are prevalent? Give it a listen. Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com. Direct link.

RP # 026: Actions, Actions, and More Actions!

In this episode, we have a little back-and-forth about the starter sets and our very first impressions of them. Then, we have a deeper discussion around the basic actions this time around - what we like, what we don't, and if we think they're overall more usable in this set. Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com. Direct link.

RP # 025: Rampant Speculation

In this episode, recorded before the pre-orders shipped for Uncanny X-Men, we speculate about the characters and factions that are a possibility in Age of Ultron. More spoilers are out there, and they indicate that we could see some cool new stuff. Plus, we look at some news - one item still relevant and the other about how we should lay off of board game companies because customs issues impact EVERYONE, not just WizKids. Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com. Direct link.

RP # 024: A Rare Conversation

In Episode 24, Dave and Evan talk about a few games that they've had the chance to play lately. Then, Evan goes over the details for the next contest - which includes the OP Reward Colossus as a possible prize! The episode closes with a discussion of the super rare cards that are included in the Uncanny X-Men set. Also included: FAQTalk. Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com! Direct link.

RP # 023: Uncanny Mathematics

In this episode, Dave, Evan, and Katie go over the winners for our third contest! Expect a post soon with some of the details for the winning contributions. Thanks for entering! Then, we move to a discussion of the numbers behind the new Dice Masters set and how it compares to Avengers vs. X-Men. Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com! Direct link.

RP # 022: Care and Feeding of Dice Masters

In this episode, Dave, Evan, and Katie get back to business with the first FAQTalk in a while. Next, we answer a bit of mail that has come in since the last time we answered the mail. Finally, we close with a discussion of storage solutions now that we're getting more cards, and with an eye toward the plethora of Dice Masters to come. Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com! Direct Link.

RP # 021: Churning to the Next Page

In this episode, Dave, Evan, and Katie talk about the most recent contest that TRP is doing. Next, we answer a bit of mail that has come in since the last time we answered the mail. Finally, we close with a discussion of churn and tempo in Uncanny X-Men and how new characters and rules will impact this. Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com! Direct link.

RP # 020: The New Meta

In this episode, Dave and Evan have a stranger in their midst, who fills the guys in on her exploits. Then, we look at some of the recent rules modifications that have come out. Finally, we discuss the cards that have been spoiled that we think will have a strong impact on the meta moving forward. Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com! Direct Link.

RP # 019: Good Lookin' Dice

In this episode, Dave and Evan talk about some games that they've been playing and silly mistakes therein. After that, we look at our top ten favorite dice - which ones in this game speak the most to us aesthetically? Which fit their character the best?  Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com! Direct link.

RP # 018: The FUTURE!

In this episode, Dave and Evan hold down the fort while Katie is galavanting across the world with an audio file that they're missing. In the meantime, we give a broad look at the recent spoilers at the set and macro level. There's some cool stuff coming down the pipeline, guys and gals! Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com! Direct link.

RP # 017: Top Ten Thematic Cards

Today, we look at the cards that best express the themes and powers inherent in the characters that they represent - in the form of our first-ever top 10 list! We also announce our contest winners for the OP Month 2 create-a-card contest.  Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com! Direct link.

RP # 016: Non-Starter

Today we discuss the supply issues and wonder - was the starter set a mistake? How else could WizKids have gotten folks into the game? We also have a brief conversation about nonsense and the difficulties that siblings present when gaming. Included: Mailbag.
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RP # 015: GenCan't? GenCon!

Still here on a Thursday, just a few hours late. GenCon has come and gone and we want to see what it all means. What can we expect from Uncanny and what does it mean for the future of Avengers vs. X-Men? Also included: Mailbag! Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com!

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RP # 014: Before the Storm

We're coming at you with a mini-sode just before the storm of GenCon. Included here is a brief commentary of what the best we could hope for out of GenCon would be, another entry in the Mailbag, and finally, a FAQTalk. Want to correspond? mailbag@thereservepool.com! Direct link.

RP # 013: X-Men

In this week's episode of The Reserve Pool, Dave, Katie, and Evan talk about recent games that they've played. Next, FAQTalk! Finally, we have our final faction discussion - the X-Men. Want to correspond? Email mailbag@thereservepool.com! Direct link.

RP # 012: The Free Agents

In this week's episode of The Reserve Pool, Dave, Katie, and Evan talk about how they're spending their summer vacations! Then we announce the contest winners. Finally, we wrap up our faction discussion with the free agents. Want to correspond? Email mailbag@thereservepool.com! Direct Link.

RP # 011: Tournament Rules

In this week's episode of The Reserve Pool, Dave, Katie, and Evan discuss recent Dice Masters match ups ! Then, we dig into a discussion of the new tournament rules. What makes sense? What doesn't? Also included - Mailbag! Want to correspond? Email mailbag@thereservepool.com!

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RP # 010: Avengers, Assemble

In this week's episode of The Reserve Pool, Dave, Katie, and Evan mention the games that we're playing these days! Then, we dig into a discussion of the Avengers! Who do we like, who do we hate? What about support staff like Nick Fury? Also included - FAQTalk and Mailbag! Want to correspond? Email mailbag@thereservepool.com!

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RP # 009: Villains!

In this week's episode of The Reserve Pool, Dave, Katie, and Evan talk about continued OP woes - just so you know that you're not alone! Then, we dig into a discussion of villains! What makes a good villain, who do we like in this game, and how can we best use them? Also included - Combo Killers and Mailbag! Want to correspond? Email mailbag@thereservepool.com!

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RP # 008: Spin Cycle

In this week's episode of The Reserve Pool, Dave, Katie, and Evan talk about the friendliest of local game stores where we get our game on. Then, we dig into a discussion of a mechanism that is unique to this sort of game - spinning! Also included - Mailbag, and FAQTalk! Want to correspond? Email mailbag@thereservepool.com!

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RP # 007: Uncanny X-Nalysis

In this episode of The Reserve Pool, Dave, Katie, and Evan discuss the OP that they wish they'd been a part of. Then, we analyze all of the information that we've seen so far from the next set. Exciting? You bet! Also included - Mailbag, and FAQTalk!  Want to correspond? Email mailbag@thereservepool.com!

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RP # 006: Demolishing the Super Rares

In this episode of The Reserve Pool, Dave, Katie, and Evan discuss excellent Dice Masters resources that are out there. Then, we take a hard look at the Super Rare cards - are they really as good as people think they are? Also included - Mailbag, and FAQTalk! Want to correspond? Email mailbag@thereservepool.com!

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RP # 005: What We'd Change

In this episode of The Reserve Pool, Dave, Katie, and Evan discuss their recent gaming. Then, we look at all of the things about Dice Masters that we would want to see change as the game evolves through its future iterations. Also included - Combo Killers, and FAQTalk! Want to correspond? Email mailbag@thereservepool.com!

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RP # 004: Tournament Formats

In this episode of The Reserve Pool, Dave, Katie, and Evan discuss their recent Dice Masters sessions. Then, we discuss all of our thoughts surrounding the various tournament formats for Dice Masters, such as what we think of them and what our preferred format is. Also included - News, Mailbag, and FAQTalk! Want to correspond? Email mailbag@thereservepool.com!



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RP # 003: The Action Meta

In this episode of The Reserve Pool, Dave, Katie, and Evan discuss their recent gaming. Then, we discuss the thoughts that go into choosing the two basic actions that everyone must bring to the table. We also debut a new segment - Combo Killers - and complain a little bit more about the rules!

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RP # 002: Churn

In this episode of The Reserve Pool, Evan joins Dave and Katie as we answer some reader mail, discuss the all-important facet of the game - churn - and dig further into some of the cards that we think would benefit from a FAQ. Would you like to submit something for our mailbag? Then just send us an email to the address mailbag@thereservepool.com. We look forward to seeing what you have to say! Oh, and what's churn? You'd better listen to find out!

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RP # 001: Shaping the Meta

It's Episode One of the podcast, a little early so that the podcast services get the listing! Dave and Katie introduce themselves and get right down to business - what cards are shaping the meta? What cards should be but aren't yet? And finally, we close with FAQTalk, a segment dedicated to the cards, abilities, and rules that we think need to be covered on a FAQ or errata.


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